1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 456 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
